2007 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | P5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |