1973 Rover P5B vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover P5B | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | P5B | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3526 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |
