1992 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 BMW 525. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 525 | 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |