1983 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 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 172 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1371 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 316 | Express |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |