1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Caprice | 118 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |