2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 921 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z4 | Express |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |