2007 BMW 328 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (129 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1978 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. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
