1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
