1983 BMW 323 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 BMW 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 593 kg more than 1983 BMW 323.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
