2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1950 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |