2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1995 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 599 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 599 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
