1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 36 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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 (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Nova | 360 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
