1968 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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:
| 1968 Chevrolet Caprice | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
