2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Rover |
| Model | Forester | P5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
