2005 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 50 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Enzo.
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, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Enzo | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | Enzo | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 652 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
