2012 Ford F-450 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 863 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-450 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | F-450 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 1085 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2438 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2024 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4379 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 63 L |
