1963 Rover P5 vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 43 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 19 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2006 Rover 25. 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, 2006 Rover 25, 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, 2006 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover P5 | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | P5 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
