1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman.
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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Statesman | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Holden | Rover |
Model | Statesman | P5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |