2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 47 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Chrysler | Rover |
Model | 300 | P5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |