2007 BMW 328 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 32 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, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 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:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
