1989 Rover Range Rover vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 406 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 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Range Rover | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | Range Rover | P5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |
