2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 50 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 360 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
