1975 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 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 5 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 460 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
