1976 BMW 630 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 906 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 630 | Express |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2364 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3440 mm |
