1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Ferrari 612

To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 8 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 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.

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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chevrolet Caprice 2003 Ferrari 612
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Caprice 612
Year Released 1995 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4311 cc 5746 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 541 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7250 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 588 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2030 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1350 mm


 

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