2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Rover P5B. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Rover P5B | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Express | P5B |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2820 mm |