1969 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 365 GTB | P4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 105 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 | 1430 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 52 L |
