2004 Ford GT vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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 GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | GT | P5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |