1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 10 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z9 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
