1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Viper | P5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
