1999 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
