2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am, 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 Pontiac Grand Am (279 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Grand Am | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
