1990 BMW 320 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 484 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
