1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 33 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Monte Carlo | P5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
