2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 50 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 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 87 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 488 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Sprinter | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4450 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 |
