1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1972 Buick Centurion is newer by 6 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Centurion | P5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2820 mm |