1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 400 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 400 | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 400 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |