1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Caprice | 612 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |