2009 GMC Sierra vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 514 kg more than 1954 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Sierra | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2830 mm |
