1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
