1973 Rover P5B vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 34 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 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 405 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.
Because 1973 Rover P5B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Rover P5B | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P5B | Sienna |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 3526 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3040 mm |