1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 584 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
