1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (272 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Nova | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
