1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Camaro | P5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |