2005 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |