1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1029 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 118 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7439 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |