1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 1999 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Caprice | Maranello |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |