1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 332 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Caprice | 456M |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |