1974 BMW Touring vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 695 kg more than 1974 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Caprice |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1725 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 |