1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 154 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 250 GT | 400 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |