1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 20 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Caprice | X3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
