2008 MG ZT vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 180 kg more than 1956 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 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZT | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | ZT | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
