1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 214 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1966 Ferrari 250 LM 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 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214, 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 250 LM | 214 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 50 L |
