1973 Rover P5B vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 32 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover P5B | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P5B | Passat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
