2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 264 kg more than 1955 Rover P4.
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 Lumina (471 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Lumina | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
