1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Maranello.
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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari Maranello 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.
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1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Caprice | Maranello |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |