1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 456M.
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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | 456M |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
