2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 56 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 953 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Charger | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
