1971 Rover P5B vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 41 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover P5B | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | P5B | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2837 mm |
