2009 BMW 650 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1990 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 650 | Astro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |