1972 Rover P5B vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 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 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Rover P5B | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | P5B | 120 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |