1996 BMW 545 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 581 kg more than 1996 BMW 545.
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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 545 | Express |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
