2008 BMW 750 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2008 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
