1997 Honda NSX vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 33 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5. 1964 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 1964 Rover P5 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | NSX | P5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |