2005 Holden Caprice vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5.
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, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Caprice | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Caprice | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
