1972 Rover P5B vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 23 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 54 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Rover P5B 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 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600, 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 600 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover P5B | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | P5B | 600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
