1981 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | Express |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
