2000 BMW 323 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 3 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 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 2000 BMW 323. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2330 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 |
