2006 BMW 120 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 187 kg more than 2006 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3100 mm |
