2008 BMW M6 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M6 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |