1998 BMW 318 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 675 kg more than 1998 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
