1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 406 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 3.3 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |