1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B.
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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Statesman | P5B |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
