2007 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
