1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 308 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308.
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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 308 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 308 | P4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
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 | 1265 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 45 L |