2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1956 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | E-350 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |
