2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 1989 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 1989 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X Coupe | APV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
