1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 27 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 376 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 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 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | 360 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
