2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,967 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 352 kg more than 1957 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 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Lumina | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
