1988 BMW 520 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 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 150 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 520 | Express |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |