1985 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1985 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 6000.
Because 1955 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac 6000 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | 6000 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
