1972 Rover P5B vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1972 Rover P5B is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 726 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover P5B | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Rover | TVR |
| Model | P5B | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
