2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 49 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 324 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2010 BMW 128 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 128 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |