1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 109 kg more than 1952 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 Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | P4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |