1956 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150, 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | P4 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
