1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208.
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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 208 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
