2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | F-150 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
