1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante, 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Allante | P5B |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
