1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 14 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Monte Carlo | P5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
