2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1956 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | F-250 | P4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |