1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 26 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 208 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 105 mm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
