1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 166 kg more than 1993 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 1998 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800, 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 456M | 800 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
