1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 636 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 677 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Caprice | F50 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 10500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 520 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |