1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | P4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |