1997 Honda NSX vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 42 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 98 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.
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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | NSX | P4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |