2008 BMW M3 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |
