2007 Honda Element vs. 1964 Rover P6
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P6 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1964 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 710 kg more than 1964 Rover P6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Rover P6 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 1964 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1964 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Element | P6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
