1971 Rover P5B vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P5B weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 1971 Rover P5B (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover P5B | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | P5B | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
