1964 Rover P5 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 922 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Rover P5 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Rover | GMC |
| Model | P5 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 119 L |
