1979 BMW 628 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 628 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 104 more horse power than 1979 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 628 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 628. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 628 | Express |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
