1993 Ford Versailles vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1993 Ford Versailles is newer by 34 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Versailles.
Because 1959 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Versailles, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Versailles. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Versailles 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.
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1993 Ford Versailles | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Versailles | P5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |