2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 1957 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Taurus | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 52 L |
