1956 Rover P4 vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1972 TVR Taimar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR Taimar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR Taimar (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR Taimar should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar.
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, 1972 TVR Taimar (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 TVR Taimar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1972 TVR Taimar has manual transmission. 1972 TVR Taimar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | Rover | TVR |
| Model | P4 | Taimar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 54 L |
