1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 24 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 200 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Nova | 456M |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |