2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
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 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5. 1964 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Frontier | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
