1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1973 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 2000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 2000. (172 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | GTO | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
