1992 BMW 520 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 92 kg more than 1992 BMW 520.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 520 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
