1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 24 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Intrigue | P5B |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |
