2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 48 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 450 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 612 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 52 L |
