1971 Rover P5B vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 272 kg more than 1971 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover P5B | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Rover | Acura |
| Model | P5B | RL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2799 mm |
