1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 607 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1414 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (339 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Caprice | F399 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 373 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |