1996 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Chevrolet APV
To start off, both 1996 BMW 525 and 1996 Chevrolet APV were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 52 kg more than 1996 BMW 525.
Because 1996 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV. 1996 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 1996 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | APV |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
