2009 BMW 750 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 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 714 kg more than 2009 BMW 750.
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 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 750 | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |