2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Express | P5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |