1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 BMW 645
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 13 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 158 kg more than 2006 BMW 645.
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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 BMW 645 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Caprice | 645 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |