2004 Buick Regal vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 1962 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 1962 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal, 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 Regal (305 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Regal | P5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| 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 | 201 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
