1972 Rover P5B vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V70 weights approximately 18 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 1972 Rover P5B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover P5B | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | P5B | V70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
