2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 676 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | 335 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
