1985 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 247 kg more than 1974 Rover 3.5. 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, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 3.5. 1974 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 412 GT | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
