1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 544 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400, 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 512 TR | 400 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
