1972 Rover P5B vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 1977 Rover 2600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B 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 22 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 242 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover P5B | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | P5B | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
