1994 BMW 840 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 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 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 840 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
