1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1954 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 255 S.
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. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 255 S has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 255 S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1954 Ferrari 255 S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Caprice | 255 S |
Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2713 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2260 mm |