1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 40 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 355 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Seville | P4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
