1956 Porsche 356 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1956 Porsche 356 is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (59 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356.
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 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 356 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 356 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |
