1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 267 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 194 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
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, 1993 Porsche 911 (490 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Nova | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
