1998 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 398 kg more than 1998 BMW 740.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
