1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 447 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1978 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1800 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
