1993 BMW 840 vs. 1966 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1966 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 840 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
