2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 630 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Express | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |
