2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Because 1973 Rover P5B 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 1973 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Freestar | P5B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2820 mm |
