1966 BMW 2000 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 590 kg more than 1966 BMW 2000. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 2000 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2000 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
