2002 MCC Crossblade vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2002 MCC Crossblade is newer by 44 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2002 MCC Crossblade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Crossblade | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | MCC | Rover |
| Model | Crossblade | P5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3210 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2630 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2820 mm |
