2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 795 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Rover P5B | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Express | P5B |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2820 mm |