1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1970 Rover P5B | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
Model | Cutlass | P5B |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |