1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4.
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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mustang | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | P4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
