2009 BMW M5 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
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 @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M5 | Caprice |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |