2009 GMC Sierra vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 304 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Sierra | P5B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2820 mm |
