2000 Lotus M250 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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 Lotus M250 (180 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus M250 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | M250 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
