2001 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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 M3 (502 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
