2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 334 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 20 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
