1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1963 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1963 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | 356 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |
