1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 505 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Caprice | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |