2009 BMW 125 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 125 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |
