2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 Express (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1949 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1949 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Express | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |