1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Camaro | P5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |