1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 15 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 340 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (318 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Nova | 400 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
