1967 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, both 1967 Chevrolet Caprice and 1967 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,474 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 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 295 kg more than 1967 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 1967 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Caprice Corvette
Year Released 1967 1967
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6474 cc 5354 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 275 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5000 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 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4450 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


 

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