1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 29 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 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, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 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 | 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | 575 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
