1995 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW 330 2006 Chevrolet Express
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 330 Express
Year Released 1995 2006
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2793 cc 4800 cc
Horse Power 190 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 117 L


 

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