1985 BMW M5 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 BMW M5. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1985 BMW M5. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M5. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M5. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 BMW M5 2007 Chevrolet Express
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model M5 Express
Year Released 1985 2007
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3453 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91.9 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 2579 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 6210 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 2090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3940 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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