1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 915 kg more than 1954 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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Brougham | P4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
