1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 347 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Nova | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |