2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 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 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 1952 Rover P4 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | S2000 | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |