2012 GMC Terrain vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 174 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Terrain | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Terrain | P5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1958 |
| 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 | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1754 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
