1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK II is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 22 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK II | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | MK II | P4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
