1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1966 Ford Galaxie is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 392 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Galaxie | P4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
