2008 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
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:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1968 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
