2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1979 BMW M1.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW M1. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | M1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 116 L |
