1965 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 47 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 20 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Caprice.
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.
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1965 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | E-350 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6476 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3505 mm |