2009 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 867 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
