1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 21 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 200 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Nova | 550 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |