1966 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 40 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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
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 | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Caprice | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6476 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 92 L |