1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 16 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 7 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Caprice | 325 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4311 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
