2006 BMW 750 vs. 1990 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 750 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 2006 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2006 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 750 | 1990 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | APV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
