2009 BMW 750 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice

To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 750 Caprice
Year Released 2009 1991
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 5001 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 363 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 94.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 88.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5440 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 68 L


 

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