1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 710 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
