2006 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 31 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 200 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
