2009 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 730 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2950 mm |