1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 523 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Nova | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |