2007 Acura RDX vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 45 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | RDX | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
