1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1993 Rover 200

To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 34 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 1993 Rover 200
Make Ferrari Rover
Model 250 GT 200
Year Released 1959 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm


 

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