1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1968 Ford GT 40 is newer by 14 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 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | GT 40 | P4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |