1961 AC Cobra vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1961 AC Cobra is newer by 7 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 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | AC | Rover |
Model | Cobra | P4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |