1977 BMW 520 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1977 BMW 520 is newer by 1 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 BMW 520. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 520 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
