1963 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1963 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 5 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, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1963 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Jeep CJ5 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5. 1958 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1963 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1963 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jeep CJ5 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | CJ5 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2820 mm |
