1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 400 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
