1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 35 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
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 @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Scorpio | P5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |