2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | P5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |
