2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Rover 2000 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 360 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
