1975 BMW 316 vs. 1966 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1975 BMW 316 is newer by 9 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 186 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 600 kg more than 1975 BMW 316. 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:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 1966 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
