1994 Rover 400 vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 32 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 400 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 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 |
