2005 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (129 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
