1959 Rover P5 vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 2007 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P5 | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | P5 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
