1956 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 55 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), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4.
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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Rover | Lotus |
| Model | P4 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |
