1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT

To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 213 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Chevrolet Nova 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Nova 250 GT
Year Released 1975 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1277 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2610 mm


 

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