1955 Rover P4 vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 48 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Rover P4 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Rover | TVR |
Model | P4 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |