1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari F512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
