1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 525 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Astro | 116 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
