2009 Acura TSX vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 50 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 204 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX, 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, 2009 Acura TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | TSX | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
