1968 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 35 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, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 77 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Caprice | M |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |
