2008 BMW M5 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M5 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
