2009 BMW 135 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 135 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
