2007 BMW 118 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
