2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | F430 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
