1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 50 kg more than 1954 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 Mondial (363 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | Mondial | P4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
