1998 Rover 200 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 39 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1998 Rover 200.
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, 1998 Rover 200, 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 200 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | 200 | P5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |