2003 BMW 645 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 466 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
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 Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 645 | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |