2007 Lexus LS vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 34 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B.
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 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Lexus | Rover |
| Model | LS | P5B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2820 mm |
