1966 Rover P5 vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 46 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, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
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, 2012 Buick Regal, 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 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1966 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1966 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Rover | Buick |
| Model | P5 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
