1993 BMW 856 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 501 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 856 | Express |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2366 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 |
