1985 BMW 324 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW 324 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW 324 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 324 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
