2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 Express (399 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Express | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
