1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 32 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 310 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1964 Rover P5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Caprice | P5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |