1973 Rover P5B vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Rover P5B | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | P5B | S60 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 3526 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2776 mm |