2004 Mazda MX vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX is newer by 45 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5.
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, 2004 Mazda MX, 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | MX | P5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
