1957 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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 C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Rover | Ford |
Model | P4 | C-Max |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2648 mm |