2007 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 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, 2007 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
