2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 391 kg more than 2012 BMW 650.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | 650 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
