1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 208 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
