1985 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1985 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 325. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 325 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Express |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
