2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 128 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1964 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1964 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XF | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1848 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 52 L |
