2004 BMW 530 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
