2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 48 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
