2006 BMW 545 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 545 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
