1968 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 19 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, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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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1968 Chevrolet Caprice | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Caprice | Mondial |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6476 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 86 L |