1994 BMW 520 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 520 | Express |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
