2005 Acura CL vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 1964 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 1964 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1964 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1964 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | CL | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 223 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
