1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 185 kg more than 1971 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Eldorado | P5B |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
