2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | P5B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
