1966 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chevrolet Caprice | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Caprice | 700 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
