1995 Rover 414i vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1995 Rover 414i is newer by 37 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1995 Rover 414i. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 414i, 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 414i | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | 414i | P5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |