2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 68 kg more than 1959 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 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | 350Z | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
