2008 Lexus IS vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (270 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 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, 2008 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Rover |
| Model | IS | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| 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 | 270 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
