1973 Rover P5B vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 39 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, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B.
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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Rover P5B | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | P5B | 530 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 3526 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2968 mm |