1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is newer by 24 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 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2000 Pininfarina Rossa has manual transmission. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa 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 | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pininfarina |
| Model | Caprice | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
