2009 BMW 650 vs. 2012 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2012 Holden Caprice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Holden Caprice. (344 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Caprice.
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, 2012 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (488 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650. 2012 Holden 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. 2012 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2012 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 650 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
