1978 Buick Century vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 19 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Century | P4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |