1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 80 kg more than 1963 BMW 3200 CS.
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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1963 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1963 BMW 3200 CS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Caprice | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |