2009 BMW 335 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 1995 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. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 4311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
