2007 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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, 2007 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3753 cc |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |