2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 543 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Sierra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Sierra | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |
