2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1982 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1982 BMW 318 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 318 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |