2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger.
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 Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ranger | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
