2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 966 kg more than 1954 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 722 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2002 Bentley Continental T has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Continental T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Continental T | P4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
