1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1964 Rover P5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1964 Rover P5 | |
Make | Jeep | Rover |
Model | Station Wagon | P5 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1964 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |