1992 BMW 850 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1968 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 6476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
