2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 47 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1962 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1962 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Avalanche | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 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 | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
