1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Italdesign |
Model | Caprice | Nazca |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |