1992 BMW 518 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 518 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 790 kg more than 1992 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 518 | 2003 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 518 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
