2007 Renault Scenic vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Renault Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic, 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, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Scenic | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
