1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1966 Ford GT 40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1966 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | GT 40 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 77.8 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 | 1136 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 63 L |
