2003 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 888 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1998 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
