1996 BMW Z3 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 Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z3 | Express |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 117 L |