1956 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 345 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 2010 Chrysler 300 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. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Rover | Chrysler |
| Model | P4 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3048 mm |
