1981 BMW 745 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 254 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
