1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1972 Rover P5B is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 210 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Rover P5B | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | P5B |
Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |