1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 44 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. 2012 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Nova has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nova | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3967 mm |
