1970 Rover P5B vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 42 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 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover P5B | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Rover | Jaguar |
| Model | P5B | XF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3527 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2908 mm |
