2009 BMW 335 vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5002 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
