2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 195 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 1966 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2009 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Milan | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
