2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 215 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 1963 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 1963 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sienna | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | Sienna | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
