1968 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 31 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 670 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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 | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | F50 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 10497 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 84 L |
