1977 Buick Estate vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1977 Buick Estate is newer by 25 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 490 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 1952 Rover P4 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Estate | P4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |