2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 139 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | P4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |