1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 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 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 685 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
