1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti QX4 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Rover |
| Model | QX4 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
