2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Rainier | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
