1967 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,474 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 275 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Caprice | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6474 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |