1973 Rover P5B vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover P5B | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P5B | SP |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
