1972 Rover P5B vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 38 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, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Rover P5B | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Rover | Audi |
Model | P5B | A5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 3528 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2751 mm |