1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
