2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 612 | P4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |