1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 266 kg more than 2006 Ford 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Ford GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |