2009 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5495 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |