1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 374 kg more than 2001 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Caprice | 320 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |