2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 933 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | E-150 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |
