1958 Rover P5 vs. 1952 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1958 Rover P5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1952 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1952 Triumph TR2. 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 1952 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | Rover | Triumph |
Model | P5 | TR2 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |