1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (499 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Dinan. (403 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Dinan. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Dinan has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Dinan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dinan | Express |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3440 mm |
