1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | 400 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
