2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P5B weights approximately 614 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | F-150 | P5B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2820 mm |
