2004 Rover 75 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Rover | Ferrari |
| Model | 75 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1525 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
