1956 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 56 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1098 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Rover P4 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Rover | Land Rover |
Model | P4 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 104 L |