1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1973 Rover P5B is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 275 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 250 GT | P5B |
Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |