2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 44 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
