1956 BMW 507 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 596 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1956 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1956 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 507 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2950 mm |
