1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1966 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1966 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini GT | 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |
