2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 30 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 285 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 612 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
