1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1959 Rover P4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 250 GT | P4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |