1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 444 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Ford GT 40 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 | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
