1996 BMW 840 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 542 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 840 | Express |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |