2002 Ford F-250 vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-250 | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | F-250 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2820 mm |
