1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1964 Ford GT 40 is newer by 8 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Rover P4 (206 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | GT 40 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
