2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima, 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Maxima | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | Maxima | P5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |