2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 38 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), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1966 Rover P5 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 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | LeSabre | P5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
