1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 30 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 300 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | P5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
