1976 BMW 630 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 292 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 630 | Express |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3940 mm |