1967 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,474 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. 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:
| 1967 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Caprice | 740 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6474 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
