1957 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 980 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Rover | Lexus |
| Model | P4 | LS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3091 mm |
