1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 400 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 52 L |
