1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1991 Holden Statesman is newer by 21 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Statesman | P5B |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
