2005 Holden Berlina vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 33 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Berlina | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Berlina | P5B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 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 |
