1999 BMW M28i vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M28i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M28i would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 BMW M28i. (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M28i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 439 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M28i. (355 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M28i. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M28i has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M28i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M28i | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
