1972 Rover P5B vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Rover P5B | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Rover | Porsche |
Model | P5B | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 3528 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2360 mm |