1985 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 28 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 60 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, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | 300 ZX | P4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
