1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Caprice | 530 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |