2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 642 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Express | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
