2007 BMW 328 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1990 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. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
