1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 37 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Lumina | P5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 63 L |
