2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | P4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 153 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |