2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 SSR.
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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5. 1963 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | SSR | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
