2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 974 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Extreme | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 2636 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
