1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5. 1962 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | F40 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
