2007 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 23 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |