1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 40 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Camaro | P5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 222 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |