1974 BMW Touring vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1731 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Express |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3429 mm |