2008 Lexus IS vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 75 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Rover |
| Model | IS | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
