1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 805 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1972 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | Dino |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
