1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 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 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Mustang | P5 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4726 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 222 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |