1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 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 Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Monte Carlo | P4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |