2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 770 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9.
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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z9 | Express |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
