1970 Rover P5B vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Rover P5B | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Rover | Porsche |
Model | P5B | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
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 | 404 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |