2010 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 47 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Ridgeline | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Ridgeline | P5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
