1998 Holden Statesman vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1998 Holden Statesman is newer by 25 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), 1998 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Holden Statesman.
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, 1998 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Statesman | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Holden | Rover |
Model | Statesman | P5B |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |