1972 Rover P5B vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 39 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 651 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 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Rover P5B | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Rover | Bentley |
Model | P5B | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 3528 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2746 mm |