1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 250 GT | 75 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
