2009 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
