1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 290 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 355 Spider | P4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |