1965 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 614 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | 17 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
