1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1970 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 154 kg more than 1957 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 1957 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | P4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
