1972 Rover P5B vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 826 kg more than 1972 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Rover P5B | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P5B | Touareg |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Size | 3528 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2855 mm |