1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 1995 Rover 400 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 310 kg more than 1995 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400, 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 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1995 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 250 GTE | 400 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |