1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 960 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 116 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |