1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1964 Rover P5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5. 1964 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1964 Rover P5 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Rover |
Model | 3000 | P5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |