1992 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 870 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Express |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
