2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1949 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1949 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1949 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Range Rover | P4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
