1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Caprice | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3070 mm |