1979 BMW 633 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 633 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 633 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 633 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 633 | Express |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
