1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 19 kg more than 1953 Rover P4. 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | Mondial | P4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
