1990 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
