1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. 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 Renault Safrane, 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Safrane | P5B |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
