1991 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Astro | 650 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2855 mm |
