1958 Rover P5 vs. 1994 Rover 800
To start off, 1994 Rover 800 is newer by 36 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, 1994 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1994 Rover 800.
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, 1994 Rover 800, 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, 1994 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 1994 Rover 800 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | P5 | 800 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |