2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1971 Rover P6. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 656 kg more than 1971 Rover P6. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P6. (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P6. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover P6 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover P6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1971 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | SRX | P6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
