2008 BMW X5 vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1963 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X5 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
