1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | F512 M | P5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
