2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1957 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 F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 1957 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | F-250 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2636 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 52 L |
