2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | P4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |