2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 360 kg more than 1951 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 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1951 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Lumina | P4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |