1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Caprice | 525 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4311 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |