1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 34 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
