1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 870 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Hunaudieres | P5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
