2008 Ford E-250 vs. 1964 Rover P6
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P6 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1964 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P6 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P6. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1964 Rover P6 has manual transmission. 1964 Rover P6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 1964 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | E-250 | P6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
