2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP) has 474 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 612 | 109 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
