1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 43 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 352 kg more than 1956 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas has automatic transmission and 1956 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1956 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | Vanden Plas | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
