1963 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1963 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 222 kg more than 1956 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, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar S-Type | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | S-Type | P4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
