1989 BMW 850 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 163 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2004 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 102 L |
