2008 BMW 330 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
