1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 805 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 412 GT | 200 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |
