1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 33 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Caprice | G8 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |