1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 203 kg more than 1949 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Mustang | P4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 52 L |