1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 34 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Nova | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
