1970 Rover P5B vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 187 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover P5B | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | P5B | C5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 3527 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
