1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Caprice | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |