1963 Rover P5 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75, 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover P5 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | P5 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
