1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 27 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 10 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.
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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Berlina | P5B |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
