1965 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 44 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Caprice | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
