1958 Rover P5 vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 53 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Renault Laguna.
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, 2011 Renault Laguna, 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Rover | Renault |
Model | P5 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |