1996 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1972 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 1972 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Aurora | P5B |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |
