1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 36 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 4,299 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 184 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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (272 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Nova | M |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
