2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1966 Rover P5

To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Holden Berlina.

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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Holden Berlina 1966 Rover P5
Make Holden Rover
Model Berlina P5
Year Released 2003 1966
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2650 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2820 mm


 

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