1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 536 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 3.3 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |