1995 BMW S3 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 S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 677 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
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 (353 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | S3 | Express |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3440 mm |
