2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 602 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Bantam | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
