2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 336 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z9 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3100 mm |
