2009 BMW 125 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 569 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 125 | Astro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
