1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 644 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2002 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
