1972 Nissan 240 C vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan 240 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan 240 C would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan 240 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan 240 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Nissan 240 C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan 240 C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Nissan 240 C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan 240 C. 2005 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1972 Nissan 240 C has manual transmission. 1972 Nissan 240 C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan 240 C | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | 240 C | 75 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
