1998 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 641 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Express |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2169 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |