2009 BMW M5 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1985 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 M5 (520 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M5 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
