1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 15 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 84 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Caprice | 316 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
