1972 Rover P5B vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 953 kg more than 1972 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover P5B | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | P5B | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3302 mm |
