1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 464 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. 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 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Caprice | Z3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
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 | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |