1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1966 Rover P5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5. 1966 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | P5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
