1980 BMW 628 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 860 kg more than 1980 BMW 628. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1998 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 628 | Express |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3440 mm |
