2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Sprinter | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |
