1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1978 Austin Maxi is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Austin Maxi, 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Maxi | P5B |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |
