2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
