2000 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 690 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Land Rover Range Rover | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Range Rover | P4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |