1998 Rover 75 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 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 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1998 Rover 75.
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 75, 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 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
