1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice

To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 990 kg more than 1968 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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 BMW 2000 1992 Chevrolet Caprice
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 2000 Caprice
Year Released 1968 1992
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 5001 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 5440 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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