2008 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 19 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, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 90 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV. 1989 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1989 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | APV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
