2007 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 241 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1995 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Astro |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |