1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 530 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 512 BB | 100 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
