1966 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chevrolet Caprice 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 134 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Caprice | 318 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
