1971 BMW Touring vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 750 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Caprice |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |