2006 BMW 730 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 730 | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 730 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |