1995 Buick XP2000 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1995 Buick XP2000 is newer by 37 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick XP2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Buick XP2000.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick XP2000 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | XP2000 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 106 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
