1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 27 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.
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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Caprice | M5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 560 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1455 mm |
