1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 348 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 1958 Rover P5 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. 1958 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 208 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 150 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 | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
