1993 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (250 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 961 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 BMW M3 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Express |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2421 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |