1970 Rover P5B vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 38 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Rover P5B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Rover P5B 2008 Toyota Camry
Make Rover Toyota
Model P5B Camry
Year Released 1970 2008
Engine Size 3528 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 159 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 295 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1412 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2780 mm