2007 BMW 320 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |