1955 Rover P4 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 49 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 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 370 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Rover | TVR |
Model | P4 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |