2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | LR2 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
