1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 21 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 20 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. 1974 Chevrolet Nova has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Nova | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
