2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 570 kg more than 1952 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Sprinter | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
