1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 13 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | Dino | P4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
