1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 190 kg more than 1954 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Camaro | P4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |