2008 BMW 120 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 15 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 120 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |