1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Rover |
Model | Charger | P4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |