2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 48 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 170 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Malibu | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
