2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 155 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Maxima | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Maxima | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
