1975 GMC Suburban vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1975 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 620 kg more than 1958 Rover P5.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Suburban 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | P5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2820 mm |
