1973 Nissan Laurel vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1973 Nissan Laurel is newer by 1 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, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 385 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Laurel | 1972 Rover P5B | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | Laurel | P5B |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |