1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1962 Rover P5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5. 1962 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1962 Rover P5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 250 GT | P5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |