1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 590 kg more than 1957 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Caprice | P4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
