1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 456 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Nova | 456 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
