1966 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 220 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chevrolet Caprice | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Caprice | P4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
