1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 34 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1964 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 1964 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Magna | P5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
