2007 BMW 530 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 530 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |