1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 31 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 220 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.
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 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJR | P5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 63 L |
