1996 BMW 528 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 BMW 528. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 528 | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 528 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |