1999 BMW 323 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 2 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 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 943 kg more than 1999 BMW 323. 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 (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
