1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 BMW 645.
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, 2004 BMW 645 (450 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Caprice | 645 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
