2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1999 BMW 730 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 730 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |