1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 130 kg more than 1955 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | Testarossa | P4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |