2002 Acura CL vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 43 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
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, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Acura | Rover |
Model | CL | P5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |