1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1971 Rover 2000 is newer by 12 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 115 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 (260 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 250 GT | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
