1986 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 BMW M3. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 468 kg more than 1986 BMW M3. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Express |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3440 mm |
