1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1956 Rover P4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 886 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1.
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. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 625 F1 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
