1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Riviera | P5B |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |