1986 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 517 kg more than 2011 BMW 118.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Caprice | 118 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |