1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5. 1963 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Statesman | P5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |
