1964 Rover P5 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 1964 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 1964 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Rover P5 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | P5 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 93.2 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 | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
