2012 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 129 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Equinox | P5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
