1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 38 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, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 367 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.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Nova. (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Nova | M |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2901 mm |
