1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 904. (155 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1964 Porsche 904 has manual transmission. 1964 Porsche 904 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | 904 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
