1955 Rover P4 vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2367 kg more than 1955 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, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Rover P4 | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Rover | Lincoln |
| Model | P4 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
