2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 46 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1963 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Hummer | Rover |
| Model | H2 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 45 L |
