1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1966 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 450 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
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) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari Dino. (188 Nm). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1966 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Nova | Dino |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
