2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 336 kg more than 1954 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
