1994 BMW 750 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice

To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 750 1990 Chevrolet Caprice
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 750 Caprice
Year Released 1994 1990
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5379 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 322 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 94.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 88.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 5440 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2950 mm


 

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