2009 BMW 650 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 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 650 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 650 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 650 | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 650 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |