1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
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 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Holden | Rover |
Model | Berlina | P5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |