2008 BMW M5 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 BMW M5.
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, 2008 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M5 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3440 mm |
