1973 Rover P5B vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 40 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1134 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Rover P5B | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | P5B | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Size | 3528 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3100 mm |