1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 395 kg more than 1962 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Rover P5 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 1962 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1962 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1962 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Toronado | P5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 45 L |
