1990 Rover 400 vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 400 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
