1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Caprice | P5B |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
