1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 342 kg more than 2002 Noble M12.
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 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2002 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Noble |
| Model | Nova | M12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
