1958 Rover P5 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
Because 1958 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P5 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | P5 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
