1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 97 kg more than 1956 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Statesman | P4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
