2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 175 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
