2001 BMW 750 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 BMW 750.
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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3100 mm |
