1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 BMW 750

To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 35 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Chevrolet Caprice 2011 BMW 750
Make Chevrolet BMW
Model Caprice 750
Year Released 1976 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 168 HP 455 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 697 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 2195 kg
Vehicle Length 5460 mm 5215 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3211 mm


 

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