1979 BMW 633 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 480 kg more than 1979 BMW 633.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 2005 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 633 | Astro |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |