2005 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 7 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, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 640 kg more than 2005 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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1998 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3440 mm |
