1990 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 995 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Express |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3429 mm |
