1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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 (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Nova | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |