1989 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Express |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
