1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1991 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. 1990 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Nova has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1990 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Nova | 850 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
