2004 BMW M6 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M6 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |
