2008 BMW X5 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
