1978 BMW 628 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 628 | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 628 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |