2005 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 829 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330. 1999 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1999 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3440 mm |
