1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 250 GTE | P4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 52 L |