1966 Rover P5 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1966 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1966 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | P5 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
