1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1954 Daimler Conquest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | Daimler | Rover |
Model | Conquest | P4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |