1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 15 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 325 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Caprice | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
