2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 497 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Explorer | P5B |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2820 mm |
