1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 334 kg more than 1953 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1953 Rover P4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | V8 Vantage | P4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 52 L |