1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Nova | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
