1958 Rover P5 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 52 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 280 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Rover | Porsche |
Model | P5 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |