1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 720 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208.
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 (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 208. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 208 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 | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | 208 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| 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 | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 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 Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
