2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 108 kg more than 1962 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 Jeep Liberty (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 1962 Rover P5 | |
Make | Jeep | Rover |
Model | Liberty | P5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2270 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |