1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS

To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 747 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.

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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Caprice 328 GTS
Year Released 1976 1988
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5732 cc 3185 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 163 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 1273 kg
Vehicle Length 5670 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2360 mm


 

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