1972 Rover P5B vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 35 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover P5B | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | P5B | S60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
