1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 370 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Astro | 125 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
