1978 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Nova | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Nova | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1570 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 |
