2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 53 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4.
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 Suburban (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 52 L |
