1972 BMW Touring vs. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 990 kg more than 1972 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Caprice |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |