1997 Honda Legend vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 38 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 86 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Honda Legend, 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Legend | P5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |