1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348.
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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 348 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 348 | P5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.7 mm |
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 | 1465 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |