2005 Holden Caprice vs. 2012 BMW 750

To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Caprice 2012 BMW 750
Make Holden BMW
Model Caprice 750
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 295 HP 455 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 446 Nm 697 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors


 

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