2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1951 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 712 kg more than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. 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 Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Mayflower. (80 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1951 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mustang | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
