2001 BMW L7 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW L7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW L7 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (250 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 923 kg more than 2001 BMW L7.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW L7. (350 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW L7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | L7 | Express |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2473 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
