1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 450 kg more than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1965 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1965 BMW 3200 CS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Caprice | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
