1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1151 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904. 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. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1965 Porsche 904 has manual transmission. 1965 Porsche 904 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | 904 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
