1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1965 Ginetta G10
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ginetta G10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ginetta G10 would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Ginetta G10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ginetta G10 (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ginetta G10 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 640 kg more than 1965 Ginetta G10.
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. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1965 Ginetta G10 has manual transmission. 1965 Ginetta G10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1965 Ginetta G10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
| Model | Caprice | G10 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
