2007 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
