1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Rover P5B | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | Seville | P5B |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |