2005 BMW 730 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 389 kg more than 2005 BMW 730.
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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 730 | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2364 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |