1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 391 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 (283 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5. 1962 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | Dino | P5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
