1970 Rover P5B vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover P5B | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Rover | Porsche |
| Model | P5B | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3527 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |
