1956 Rover P4 vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 44 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus IS weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 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, 2000 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 2000 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1956 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1956 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2000 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Rover | Lexus |
| Model | P4 | IS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
