2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 189 kg more than 1959 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | P4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |