1967 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 195 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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:
| 1967 Chevrolet Caprice | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6474 cc | 6491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
