1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 465 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | 208 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
