1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Camaro | P4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
