1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 67 kg more than 1950 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Camaro | P4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
