1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 BMW 320.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Caprice | 320 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
