2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 637 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1966 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1966 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Expedition | P5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 54 L |
