2007 BMW X5 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3100 mm |
