2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 52 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 478 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | V12 | P4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |