1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Caprice | 118 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
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 | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |