1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 490 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 308 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 | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | 308 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
