2007 Honda Element vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5.
Because 1966 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 1966 Rover P5. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Element | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
