1973 Rover P5B vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 26 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 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 294 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover P5B | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P5B | Bora |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 3526 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
