1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 31 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire, 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 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire has automatic transmission and 1964 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1964 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Sunfire | P5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
