1957 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 55 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Rover | Jaguar |
| Model | P4 | XF |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
