1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1976 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. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
