1966 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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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1966 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Caprice | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6476 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |