1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1958 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | XJS | P4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |