1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 3 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 570 kg more than 1971 BMW 2002. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2002 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
