1954 Rover P4 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 533 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | P4 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1913 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
