1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 13 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 145 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Challenger | P4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
