2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (250 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1163 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW Z4 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z4 | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |