1986 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1986 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1986 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Astro | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2855 mm |
