1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | Dino | P4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
