1995 BMW 318 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 457 kg more than 1995 BMW 318. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1986 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
