1972 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-4 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-4 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
